Slovenia & The Euro
We believe that Slovenia will eventually join the Euro, probably in 2004, along with about a dozen other countries. It is not known whether any official plans have been made to produce pattern designs for a set of Slovenian euro coins.

Political Considerations
Part of the Holy Roman Empire and Austrian Empire until 1918, when the Slovenes joined the Serbs and Croats to form Yugoslavia as it was renamed in 1929. After the second world war, Slovenia became a republic of the renewed Yugoslavia. Slovenia became independent in 1991 after dissatisfaction with the influence and powere of the Serb majority. Historical ties to Western Europe coupled with a strong economy, and a stable democracy make Slovenia a leading candidate for future membership in the EU and NATO.

Unofficial Patterns
On a number of previous occasions, especially before major coinage changes, pattern coins have been produced as a design exercise or to test public opinion. Many of these have been privately produced. A privately produced pattern set of British euro coins has already been produced, and met with intense demand, despite almost negligible marketing. Original priced at around €40, these have changed hands for over €250 on e-bay.
We have not yet seen any suggested designs for Slovenian euro coins, but...
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Availability & Prices:Slovenian euro sets
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Postage & Packing, Per Shipment:

UK: At buyer's Risk £3.50 or
Fully Insured £9 (Usually by Royal Mail Special Delivery)